Where to meet new people/friends in Dayton, Ohio?

I recently moved back to the Dayton area thanks to a nasty divorce. I am pretty lonely and really want to meet good Christian friends or friends in general.





I don't drink, so no bars. I am very interested in education, crafts, science, arts, older music, animals, nature, intellectual conversations, travel, board games, reading, etc.





Other than churches, does anyone have tips for where I can get out of the house and meet like-minded people in the Dayton, Ohio area? I'd prefer safe areas.





I'm looking for arts or crafts groups, lessons, volunteer ideas, art events, etc.-- those types of "good clean fun" where I can meet other women who aren't into drinking either. I am not really looking to date, so I'm mostly looking for women to pal around with, although, I am open to the idea of casual male friendships with no romantic expectations.





I am 30, but usually get along with older people well.





Any tips for getting out of my home would be great! Being alone all the time is getting old

Where to meet new people/friends in Dayton, Ohio?
Spread your wings and fly. Search out different churches, try the penny savers, check out some free stuff at the local schools, especially the colleges. The Sunday paper should have a section of what is happening in your area, as well as postings in the larger supermarkets. You will get on your grind real soon. The weather is getting nice, and people are out and about. Good luck.
Reply:Your local extension office would have alot of different things going on and you can meet alot of good people there in those classes, they offer alot of craft classes and different things. i know they do here in Boone,cty.KY